Pictured above: Question Mark, American Snout, and Mourning Cloak, which utilize Hackberry as a larval host plant. Did you know that trees are important butterfly host plants?  Many are hosts for the larval (caterpillar) stage of the butterfly.  The adult butterfly lays its eggs on the leaves.  … [Read more...]

This impressive tree has ornamental bark, stature second to none, and the nut is said to be the tastiest of any of the hickory nuts. Yes, it takes a few years -- well, 10 years till it begins producing, 40 for a bountiful harvest. It’s a tree to plant for your children or grand-children. Our trees … [Read more...]